Gene Therapy For Rare Diseases Market

By Therapeutic Area;

Genetic Disorders, Metabolic Disorders, Hematologic Diseases, Muscular Dystrophies and Neurological Disorders

By Technology;

Viral Vectors, Non-Viral Vectors, CRISPR/Cas9 and RNA-Based Therapies

By Administration Route;

Intravenous, Intramuscular, Subcutaneous, Intra-Arterial and Local Administration

By End User;

Hospitals, Research Institutions, Biotechnology Companies and Contract Research Organizations

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn149287675 Published Date: September, 2025 Updated Date: October, 2025

Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market Overview

Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market (USD Million)

Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market was valued at USD 2,493.33 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 12,022.91 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 25.2%.


Gene Therapy For Rare Diseases Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 25.2 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)25.2 %
Market Size (2024)USD 2,493.33 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 12,022.91 Million
Market ConcentrationLow
Report Pages315
2,493.33
2024
12,022.91
2031

Major Players

  • BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc
  • PTC Therapeutics Inc
  • Orchard Therapeutics Plc
  • uniQure N.V
  • Spark Therapeutics Inc
  • Bluebird Bio Inc
  • Juno Therapeutics Inc (Celgene Corporation)
  • Novartis International AG

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Gene Therapy For Rare Diseases Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market is expanding rapidly, fueled by the urgent need for effective solutions in conditions with limited or no treatments. An estimated 62% of gene therapy pipelines now focus on rare disorders, reflecting a major shift in research priorities. These therapies aim to correct root-level genetic anomalies, offering lasting clinical benefits.

Accelerated Approvals Driving Adoption
There has been a 48% uptick in gene therapy approvals for rare conditions, aided by expedited review frameworks and supportive regulatory policies. By prioritizing high-need innovations, regulators are helping to fast-track breakthrough treatments into real-world clinical use, fostering quicker patient access and adoption.

Increased Capital Flow into Rare Disease Therapies
Funding activity has grown by over 55% in this market, signaling strong investor belief in its long-term value. Financial resources are powering research and early-phase trials, while collaborations between private and public sectors are helping to reduce development risks and timelines.

Breakthrough Technologies Enhancing Outcomes
R&D efforts are now heavily centered on refining gene delivery methods and reducing adverse responses. More than 60% of pipeline projects are integrating advanced genome editing tools, helping improve targeting precision and long-term effectiveness. These innovations are raising the clinical reliability of gene therapies.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Therapeutic Area
    2. Market Snapshot, By Technology
    3. Market Snapshot, By Administration Route
    4. Market Snapshot, By End User
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Supportive Regulatory Environment
        2. Increasing Funding and Investments
        3. Rising Demand for Personalized Medicine
      2. Restraints
        1. Limited Patient Pool and Market Size
        2. Long-term Safety and Efficacy Concerns
        3. Regulatory and Reimbursement Hurdles
      3. Opportunities
        1. Collaboration and Partnerships
        2. Focus on Health Equity and Access
        3. Integration of Digital Health and Precision Medicine
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Gene Therapy For Rare Diseases Market, By Therapeutic Area, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Genetic Disorders
      2. Metabolic Disorders
      3. Hematologic Diseases
      4. Muscular Dystrophies
      5. Neurological Disorders
    2. Gene Therapy For Rare Diseases Market, By Technology, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Viral Vectors
      2. Non-Viral Vectors
      3. CRISPR/Cas9
      4. RNA-Based Therapies
    3. Gene Therapy For Rare Diseases Market, By Administration Route, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Intravenous
      2. Intramuscular
      3. Subcutaneous
      4. Intra-Arterial
      5. Local Administration
    4. Gene Therapy For Rare Diseases Market, By End User, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hospitals
      2. Research Institutions
      3. Biotechnology Companies
      4. Contract Research Organizations
    5. Gene Therapy for Rare Disease Market, By Geography, 2021- 2031(USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Novartis (AveXis)
      2. Amgen
      3. GSK
      4. Spark Therapeutics
      5. Biogen
      6. Bluebird Bio
      7. BioMarin
      8. Gilead Sciences
      9. Bristol-Myers Squibb
      10. uniQure
      11. Sarepta Therapeutics
      12. Astellas Gene Therapies
      13. Adverum Biotechnologies
      14. 4D Molecular Therapeutics
      15. Abeona Therapeutics
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market